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Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Tokyo, Japan is encouraged to register and be a member of the Pag-IBIG Fund. OFWs can update their contribution, apply for membership, or receive assistance by sending inquiries to Pag-IBIG Virtual Office – East Asia. The 24/7 accessibility of the virtual Pag-IBIG office makes registration easier. If you want to pay your contributions through overseas … Read more
Any Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) in the Netherlands should be aware of the process for acquiring an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC). The OEC will assess the employment contracts for the OFWs to make sure they are in compliance with the most recent employment laws, standards, and customs in both the Philippines and the host country. Also Read: What is OWWA Cares? … Read more
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Austria should be aware of the process for acquiring an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC). The OEC will ensure that OFWs’ employment contracts comply with the most recent employment laws, norms, and customs in both the Philippines and the host country. There is NO POLO office in Austria; however, the Philippine Embassy in Austria, the nearest Philippine … Read more
All Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Russia should be aware of the process for acquiring an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC). The OEC will ensure that the OFWs’ employment contracts are in accordance with the most recent employment laws, norms, and customs in both the Philippines and the host country. Also Read: How to Register in OWWA Mobile App Online There is … Read more
If you are an OFW in Luxembourg, securing your OEC (overseas employment certificate) is necessary. Before receiving your OEC, there are additional aspects to consider and requirements to complete. OEC holders are entitled to lower travel taxes for their spouses and dependents as well as terminal charge exemptions. Therefore, OFWs in Luxembourg are encouraged to acquire an OEC when traveling … Read more
The Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Susan “Toots” V. Ople announced the appointment of key DMW officers and have described this new team as a mix of seasoned government officials and new faces who share a commitment to serve Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Also Read: Why Many Filipinos Want to Become OFWs and Work Abroad The Department of Migrant Workers is … Read more
The Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program (CMWSP) is a baccalaureate scholarship program mandated by RA 10022 to provide financial support for the children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). This program aims to help OFW families with their educational needs and give them access to quality education. Also Read: How to Apply OWWA Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP) Applicants must meet … Read more
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Norway should understand how to acquire an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC). The OEC will ensure that the employment contracts of OFWs are in accordance with the most recent employment laws, norms, and customs in both the Philippines and the host country. There is NO POLO office in Norway; however, the Philippine Embassy in Norway, the … Read more
If you are an OFW in Malta, you must acquire your OEC. Before receiving your OEC, there are additional aspects to consider and requirements to complete. OEC holders are entitled to lower travel taxes for their spouses and dependents as well as exemptions from terminal fees. Because of this, OFWs in Malta are encouraged to acquire an OEC before leaving … Read more
There is NO Pag-IBIG office in Cyprus, but you can still process your Pag-IBIG registration online. If you prefer to send contributions through an international remittance center, you can also go to one of the city’s money remittance centers. OFWs working in Cyprus have now access to Pag-IBIG’s financial services and benefits, such as investing, and helping them save for … Read more